Job description

Job Description

As an Industrial Automation Specialist, you will be responsible for providing pre- or post-sales support to assist the Sales team in their sales efforts of industrial automation products, systems and services. You will use its product knowledge to deliver presentations and product demonstrations to customers and sales representatives and will have a continuing role in customer support to address questions or issues in the usage of the products.

Responsibilities

Provides technical services to clients relating to industrial automation products.
Makes sales calls, research customer needs and provides product and application information; demonstrating technology solutions for customers.
Gathers, analyzes and shares technical information and solutions to internal and external customers.
Provides pre/post automation sales support for sales teams and customers.
Develops expertise in industrial automation product groups and shares that knowledge as needed.
Participates in joint sales calls with customers and prospects.
Participates in ongoing training to maintain technical competency in product and complementary product areas.
Understands market conditions and competitive forces.
Participates in marketing, promotion programs, and product launches from product businesses.
Maintains excellent relationships with vendor product managers and other selling resources

Qualifications

High School Degree or Equivalent required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred
2+ years technical background and/or experience.
Strong computer skills.
Communication and presentation skills
1 year preferred automation sales.
2 years preferred technical experience using automation products.

Wesco International, Inc., including its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Wesco”) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law. US applicants only, we are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

Los Angeles Unincorporated County Candidates Only: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.

Compensation Details: $65,280 - $97,920 Annually

This amount is what we reasonably believe we will pay for the position; however, offer amounts may vary based on factors such as geographic location, relevant education, experience, qualifications, skills, shift, or any collective bargaining agreements.

For eligible positions, compensation may also include participation in a bonus or sales compensation plan paid according to achievement against sales targets and/or business objectives. Depending on the role, equity and other forms of compensation may also be provided as part of a total compensation package. In addition, Wesco offers a full range of benefits such as paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and retirement savings plans for eligible employees. More information about benefits is available here .

About The Team

At Wesco, we build, connect, power and protect the world. As a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain solutions, we create a world that you can depend on.

Our company’s greatest asset is our people. Wesco is committed to fostering diversity and inclusion across our workforce by embracing the unique perspectives, authenticity and individuality of more than 20,000 Wesco employees around the globe. Through our Business Resource Groups , comprehensive benefits plan and our community outreach initiatives, you can be a part of a welcoming work community who provides platforms for your success.

Learn more about Working at Wesco here and apply online today!

Founded in 1922 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Wesco is a publicly traded (NYSE: WCC) FORTUNE 500® company.

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